Coneflower. An erect perennial with stout stems of large daisy-like flowerheads with a cone-shaped golden brown disc surrounded by purplish red petals partly reflexed. Max Height 1.5m. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers July to September. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Echinacea purpurea
An erect perennial with stout stems of large daisy-like flowerheads with a cone-shaped golden brown disc surrounded by purplish red petals partly reflexed.
Additional information
| Generic | Echinacea |
|---|---|
| Species | purpurea |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Coneflower |
| Flower Colour | purple |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 1.5m |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | July, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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